Compact and Affordable Apartment in Kawagoe, Saitama
This rental apartment offers a compact and budget-friendly living solution in the historic city of Kawagoe, Saitama. The property is a one-room unit with a total floor area of 15㎡, located on the second floor of a two-story wooden apartment building constructed in March 1991. The unit features an east-facing orientation for natural light.
Translated agent notes on equipment and features include: toilet; combined bath and toilet unit; shower; electric stove (IH cooktop); shoe storage box; air conditioning; flooring; and propane gas. The apartment is equipped with air conditioning and an IH cooktop for convenient daily living.
The monthly financial commitment is clear and manageable. The rent is 250,000 yen, with a monthly common area fee of 2,000 yen. There is no security deposit (敷金), no key money (礼金), and no parking available. The initial costs are reduced as there are no cleaning fees or key exchange fees. The contract period is two years, with a renewal fee equivalent to one month's rent. Tenant insurance is required, costing approximately 17,000 yen for two years, and a rental guarantee company membership is mandatory, with an initial fee of 20,000 yen and 10,000 yen annually thereafter.
Kawagoe, often called "Little Edo," is famous for its well-preserved warehouse-style buildings from the Edo period, offering a unique historical atmosphere. A major landmark is the iconic Kawagoe Castle, a site of significant historical importance. The apartment is within a 14-minute walk from Shin-Kawagoe Station on the Tobu Tojo Line, providing access to central Tokyo and the surrounding Saitama area.
